Service Care Solutions Ltd
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Housing Support Worker

Job Title: Support Worker
Location: London Southwest
DBS Level: Enhanced Adult
Working Hours: 40 hours per week, Between 8 am - 10 pm (8-4, 2-10 pm), 1 Saturday a month
Car Driver Needed: Yes
Own Vehicle Needed: Yes
Valid Business Insurance: Yes

Main Duties:



  • Plan and deliver effective support and safety plans with the service user, referring to specialist agencies as required.

  • Ensure that properties are always adequately equipped, maintained, furnished, and cleaned.

  • Support residents in understanding responsibilities to maintain their CAS-2 and future accommodation.

  • Empower and motivate service users to identify and achieve desired outcomes.

  • Develop a move-on plan with service users at the earliest opportunity, identifying realistic options for their future home.



Additional Responsibilities:



  • Conduct regular assessments to understand service users' evolving needs.

  • Collaborate with external agencies to provide specialized support for substance misuse, physical health, mental health, employment, and housing.

  • Facilitate group sessions or workshops to enhance life skills and social integration.

  • Advocate for service users and ensure their voices are heard in the decision-making process.

  • Monitor and report on the progress of service users, maintaining accurate and up-to-date records.



What we want from you:



  • Understanding and commitment to Nacro's values.

  • Knowledge of the issues affecting people in contact with the Criminal Justice System and/or people experiencing homelessness.

  • Ability to develop person-centered support and move-on planning.

  • Understanding of safeguarding.

  • Ability to work with vulnerable adults with complex needs (such as substance misuse, physical health, mental health, seeking employment, and housing support).



Lone Working: Yes
Working From Home: Yes
Number of Properties: 3/4

Application Process:
If you are passionate about making a positive impact and meet the requirements, please submit your CV along with a cover letter to connor.sarginson@servicecare.org.uk.